Pantup is a fairly recent community set up by two Guatemalan brothers, Jose and Rueben, who saw a need to help those who have not recovered from the pain of the civil war. During the unrest, families fled to the mountains only to return to nothing because their land and homes were taken over with no way to prove ownership. As a result, many families became displaced living in very poor conditions. Many of the men deserted their families, leaving the mothers to care and provide for their children. Most of the women are illiterate, uneducated and only speak their indigenous language which prevented viable employment opportunities.

Community Projects:

Groups involved:

Anne McGrath Memorial Foundation

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North Point Community Church

Community Centre/School - Construction

Project status:
In progress

Currently all the children's programs and community meetings in Pantup are held under a few sheets of metal held up by some tree branches. Providing a meeting hall for the community of Pantup will aid the development and unity of the newly formed community.

Families in the community have struggled for years to get access to a continual, clean water supply. Because of the generous donations of a private foundation, two water reservoirs have been built at the top of the community, with piping going to each household.